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Guided by expert faculty and simulationists, the Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Simulation Center provides training that emphasizes triage, bedside care, problem-solving and adaptability, along with crucial communication and leadership skills in a team-based environment.

Kimberly Patterson, Des Moines University Simulation CenterKimberly Patterson, M.S.N., RN, CHSE
Simulation Center Director
James Mahoney, Des Moines University Simulation CenterJames Mahoney, D.P.M.
Human Simulation Program Manager
Michael McLaughlin, Des Moines University Simulation CenterMichael McLaughlin, Ph.D., REMT-P, CHSE
Simulation Laboratory Manager
Emily Bouge, Des Moines University Simulation CenterEmily Bouge, A.A.S., EMT-P, CCP
Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Program Specialist
Erica BowersErica Bowers, BSN, RN
Clinical Skills Simulation Specialist
Melinda Carriker, Des Moines University Simulation CenterMelinda Carriker, B.A.
Human Simulation Educator
Gloria Castellano, Des Moines University Simulation CenterGloria Case, BSN, RN
Simulation Specialist
Joe Case, Des Moines University Simulation CenterJoe Case, A.A.S, CHSOS
Simulation Technical Specialist
Randal Foster, Des Moines University Simulation CenterRandal Foster, BS, RN
Simulation Specialist
Ashley Kern, Des Moines University Simulation CenterAshley Kern, A.S.
Simulation Center Coordinator
Gabby Morrow, Des Moines University Simulation CenterGabby Morrow, B.S.
Simulation Technician
Laura MuellerLaura Mueller
Simulation Technical Specialist
Brenda Scovel, Des Moines University Simulation CenterBrenda Scovel
Surgical Skills Lab Coordinator
Liem TranLiem Tran, M.H.A.
Simulation Specialist
Alek White, Des Moines University Simulation CenterAlek White, B.F.A.
Human Simulation Educator

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